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Topaz and Larvikite Physical Properties


Larvikite and Topaz Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.49-3.57  
2.59  

Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal  
-  

Cleavage
[001] Perfect  
None  

Mohs Hardness
8  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
Al2SiO4(F,OH)2  
(Na,Ca)2(Fe2+,Mg)3Si3O10  

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Topaz and Larvikite Chemical Formula

While comparing Topaz and Larvikite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Topaz and Larvikite chemical formula.

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Topaz and Larvikite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Topaz and Larvikite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Topaz and Larvikite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Topaz is 2.59 whereas that of Larvikite is 2.59.

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